A local lawmaker has been appointed to lead a committee for the new legislative session.
Pennsylvania House of Representatives Republican leadership has appointed Republican State Representative Aaron Bernstine to chair the House Transportation Committee subcommittee on Railroads.
The goal of this subcommittee is economic safety and regulation of railroads, pipeline safety and the transportation of hazardous materials.
While on this subcommittee, Bernstine plans to modernize rail infrastructure, enhance rail connectivity, and ensure reliable transportation of goods. Bernstine is also a member of the House Insurance and Intergovernmental Affairs and Operations committees.